🏵️🏵️🏵️ Dear GrantR,

In Islam, we believe that God is the Creator of all things and is beyond human comprehension. While Jesus, peace be upon him, was a noble prophet and a messenger of God, he was not divine. His humanity was a gift from God, allowing him to connect with humanity and demonstrate the values of compassion, kindness, and sacrifice.

In Islam, we believe that God is not limited by human concepts of power or glory. God's power is not measured by what He has or has not done, but rather by His mercy and wisdom. Jesus' willingness to humble himself and take on human form was a testament to his obedience to God's will, not a demonstration of his own power or glory.

Jesus' message was one of peace, mercy, and forgiveness, which aligns with the core values of Islam. As Muslims, we believe that our prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, received similar messages from God, which emphasized the importance of compassion, justice, and righteousness.

I understand your perspective on Jesus' relatability, and I believe that Islam provides a more comprehensive understanding of the nature of God and the purpose of prophets. The Quranic verse "And indeed We have honored the children of Adam" (Quran 17:70) highlights the sacred nature of humanity, while also emphasizing our responsibility to submit to God's will.

I'd like to invite you to explore more about Islam and its teachings. You may find it enlightening to watch this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE3M26RNgzg&ab_channel=%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B4%D9%8A%D8%AE%D9%86%D8%A8%D9%8A%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B9%D9%88%D8%B6%D9%8ANabilAlAwadi

May your heart continue to seek wisdom and guidance from the divine.

May Allah bless you for your pure heart and authentic seeking.

🏵️🏵️🏵️

Mohamed, Ph.D